House Bill 92 Summary

• Amends Idaho Code Section 50-222 to add requirements for city annexation of forest land of 5 acres or greater that is actively devoted to forest use as defined in Section 63-1701.

• Forest land of 5 acres or greater requires express written permission from the owner before annexation, regardless of whether the land is surrounded or bounded by city lands.

• Applies to Category B annexations and requires owner consent in addition to other applicable annexation procedures and standards.

• Declares an emergency, making the act effective immediately upon passage and approval.